Information you need to plan activities in and around Cloudcroft is listed here. Among the many outdoor activities you can participate in are hiking, fishing, golf, hunting, skiing, biking, and horse riding.

The scenery on the hiking trails is quite breathtaking.

A World of Diversions

At 9,000 feet above sea level, The Lodge Golf Course is one of the highest and most unique courses in North America. Built in 1899, the course is governed by the Scottish tradition of playing different tees and separate flags on each hole. This exquisite nine-hole course, when played twice, becomes a challenging 18-hole round.
In addition to golf, The Lodge offers activities for all seasons. Onsite amenities include: swimming, dry sauna, hot tub, spa services, exercise room, snowmobiling, snow tubing, hiking, cross country skiing, lawn games, mountain biking, and shopping.

Mountain Foto

For over ten years, one of Cloudcroft’s most popular visitor stops. Get your picture made in authentic period costumes. One person or a whole family. It is a memento from your trip to Cloudcroft that will give you lasting memories for years to come. No appointment needed. Just drop into Mountain Foto on historic Burro Street. We’re open 7 days a week. Email: mountainfoto@mountainmonthly.com.

High Altitude

Mountain bike sales and rentals. Lots of beautiful places to explore around Cloudcroft on a bike. The High Altitude Classic Bike Event is May 20-21. Outdoor gear – Winter wear – Imports. Matt and Traci Willett. (575) 682-1229 or highaltitude@tularosa.net.

Silver Springs Trout Pond

Bring your family and enjoy the thrill of catching beautiful rainbow trout! Fun for young and old. Bring your own fishing gear or rent gear from us. No limit, pay by the inch. Our country store also features homemade pies, breads, condiments, honey, fresh roasted peanuts, pistachios, and fresh fruit when in season! We are open for fishing 7 days a week April 7 through October 30. Call (575) 682-1148, visit our Web Site, or email silverspringsrvandtrout@gmail.com for more information.

Ski Palace

Furnishing snow-play enthusiasts with the best in equipment and apparel for over 20 years. We have all the major brands and can fit you for a trip to Ski Apache the day before so there’s no waiting in rental lines. Whether you’re buying or renting, the best equipment and best prices are at Ski Palace. Located on Hwy 82 in Cloudcroft. See our Web Site for more information.

Gillespie Ranch is a working cattle ranch in which there is an RV park with horse pens and a new cozy cabin. So, bring your horses or ATV´s and ride for miles in the cool tall pines. Hunters are also welcome. There are trophy elk and deer, mountain lion, bear, and turkey. A roping arena and round pen are also available, as are riding lessons.

Hold your family reunion or church retreat in our large covered Pavilion, with its fully-equipped and enclosed kitchen. We´re located just off Hwy 82 at mile marker 29, between Cloudcroft and Mayhill. For more information, call (575) 687-3693, email LazyDayCabins@gmail.com, or visit our Web Site.

Cloudcroft Light Opera Company

A community theater group that performs melodrama and Vaudeville. Several productions each year. For information on CLOC’s next performance, contact the Cloudcroft Chamber of Commerce at (575) 682-2733.